Senior Director Sales & Marketing
Gotion, Inc.
| Company | Gotion, Inc. |
| Category | Marketing |
| Location | Manteno |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route. Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization. Job Description Request Form – Manteno, IL
Job Title: Senior Director, Sales & Marketing
Location: Manteno, IL (Onsite/Hybrid as required) Department: Gotion Americas, Sales & Marketing Platform Reports To: Vice President, Sales & Marketing Legal Entity: Gotion Inc
About the Role
The Senior Director, Sales & Marketing is a senior commercial leader responsible for accelerating U.S. revenue growth, market penetration, and commercial capability build-out in a high-growth new energy business.
This role combines strategic ownership and operational execution, leading regional sales and marketing teams while building a scalable, disciplined commercial engine. The position plays a critical role in bridging U.S. market dynamics with global (Asia-based) strategy, ensuring alignment, speed, and execution excellence.
Scope & Impact
Organization scope: Regional Sales, Marketing, and Sales Operations
Market focus: Energy Storage (ESS), EV, Battery, Industrial Energy Solutions
Mandate: Drive revenue + build capability + scale commercial infrastructure
Key Responsibilities:
Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
Own and deliver regional revenue targets and market share growth
Develop and execute strategic account plans across OEMs, utilities, EPCs, and integrators
Identify and capture new market opportunities in ESS, EV, and energy transition sectors
Build long-term customer partnerships and ecosystem influence
Sales Leadership & Team Performance
Lead and scale a high-performing regional commercial team
Establish clear performance metrics, pipeline rigor, and accountability culture
Upgrade team capability in complex sales, deal execution, and customer engagement
Go-to-Market & Marketing Strategy
Define and execute integrated go-to-market strategy aligned with business priorities
Strengthen brand positioning and market credibility in the U.S.
Drive customer segmentation, product positioning, and value proposition clarity
Sales Operations & Commercial Discipline
Build and institutionalize sales operating cadence (forecasting, pipeline reviews, CRM discipline)
Implement KPI-driven performance management (conversion, deal velocity, margin)
Optimize pricing strategy, contract structure, and commercial governance
Cross-Regional Leadership
Serve as a key bridge between U.S. commercial teams and global headquarters
Align execution with global product roadmap and supply chain capabilities
Drive cross-cultural integration to improve decision speed and execution quality
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
10–15+ years of progressive experience in Sales, Marketing, or Commercial Leadership
Proven track record of delivering revenue growth in a $300M–$500M scale business
Strong experience in B2B technical / industrial sales environments
Demonstrated capability in sales operations, forecasting, and pipeline ma